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Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in Australia

Healthcare ·

Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in Australia

Discover the Best Countries to Live in 2023 How long before I can get on Australia’s Medicare? by Brett Andrews About Healthcare in Australia – – – – X Commonwealth Fund. “How does universal health coverage work?” MoveHub. “Healthcare in Australia.” Australia uses a universal, publicly funded healthcare system known as Australian Medicare. It’s funded by

Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in France

Healthcare ·

Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in France

by Brett Andrews Overall, France’s population enjoys good quality healthcare, with public health initiatives providing an extra layer of security to those who need it the most. Expats living here can apply to the public option after being in France for three consecutive months on a long-stay visa, making private insurance a major draw for new

Save up to 10% on Cigna Family Plans in August

Healthcare ·

Save up to 10% on Cigna Family Plans in August

by Jen Barnett Cigna Global, our health insurance partner, has an offer for families that’s available only for the month of August 2023. Families of 2 will save 5%, and families of 3 or more will save 10%! Here are some of the family-oriented benefits: Medical care essentials, including hospital stays and treatments Priority access

Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in Uruguay

Healthcare ·

Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in Uruguay

Uruguay’s healthcare: how many options do I have? Uruguay’s healthcare system services residents’ medical needs through both public and private sectors. The Administración de Los Servicios de Salud del Estado (ASSE) oversees the public healthcare system, which serves Uruguay’s citizens and long-term residents. The ASSE operates hospitals and clinics throughout the country, offering its best

Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in Panama

Healthcare ·

Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in Panama

Panama’s healthcare: best in Latin America? Panama is considered one of the best places in Latin America, which is especially impressive given its small population of 4.5 million. Johns Hopkins Medicine, considered the gold standard of care in the U.S, even operates in Panama City. Many providers speak English, which can offer comfort as you

Discover the Best Countries to Live in 2023

Best Of Lists ·

Discover the Best Countries to Live in 2023

Choosing the right place to live can profoundly impact your quality of life. It’s not just about the scenery, the culture, or the people. Your environment can affect everything from your mental health to your career progression. But with 195 countries in the world, how do you find the perfect one? This blog post aims

How to Leave America: 6 Steps to Your New Life

Moving Guides ·

How to Leave America: 6 Steps to Your New Life

Are you thinking about how to leave America? You’re not alone; as many as 15% percent of Americans say they want to leave the country permanently. Some want to experience international living for personal or political reasons: the high cost of American healthcare or housing, gun violence, political division, recent decisions from the U.S. Supreme

Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in Spain

Healthcare ·

Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in Spain

by Brett Andrews Can a U.S. expat qualify for Spain’s public healthcare? Spain has one of the most innovative and remarkable healthcare systems in Western Europe. With its rich resources, Spain is home to a large number of hospitals and clinics that offer top-notch medical care. Spain’s public healthcare system gets its funding from taxes and

Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in Mexico

Healthcare ·

Expat Guide: How to Get Healthcare in Mexico

Does Mexico’s healthcare improve on the U.S. system? Mexico has one of the most innovative and remarkable healthcare systems in Latin America. With its rich resources, Mexico is home to a large number of hospitals and clinics that offer top-notch medical care. Mexico’s healthcare system consists of both public and private institutions which are well

Four Best Neighborhoods For Expats in Stockholm, Sweden

Real Estate ·

Four Best Neighborhoods For Expats in Stockholm, Sweden

Stockholm, the capital city of Sweden, is a vibrant metropolis built on a collection of islands, each with its distinct character and charm. For expats seeking a place to call home in this Scandinavian treasure trove, we unravel the secrets of Stockholm’s most desirable neighborhoods. From historic enclaves to trendy hotspots, the city offers an

14 Costco Benefits That Make It a Best-In-Class Employer

Uncategorized ·

14 Costco Benefits That Make It a Best-In-Class Employer

by Sam Stone Wholesale retailer Costco is famous for its unique approach to finding uncommon cost-cutting measures and passing on the savings to its customers. But does the conscious-capitalist warehouse giant extend this same generosity to its staff? A closer look at Costco employee benefits, both reported by the company itself and by current and

Expatsi Guide to Travel Tools & Resources

Transportation ·

Expatsi Guide to Travel Tools & Resources

When it comes to finding a new home abroad, expenses can add up quickly. Expatriating to a new country involves so many moving pieces—visa applications, digital security, air travel, and so on. You can easily blow out your budget before you even get your feet on the ground! We’ve partnered with a number of companies

Expatsi Guide to Expat Jobs, Digital Nomad Jobs, & Working Abroad

Employment ·

Expatsi Guide to Expat Jobs, Digital Nomad Jobs, & Working Abroad

For most of us looking to move abroad, finding our new home country is only half the battle. Luckily, the job market for expats has shifted over the last several years. Digital nomad jobs and remote work opportunities really exploded in the wake of 2020, allowing more chances than ever to work from wherever you

Expatsi Guide to Language Apps

Language ·

Expatsi Guide to Language Apps

Master a new tongue with our expert review of the top language apps. Compare features, pricing, and effectiveness to find the perfect tool for your relocation

Expat Scouting Trips

Moving Guides ·

Expat Scouting Trips

Our newest offering from Expatsi are scouting trips to visit countries you’d like to consider. Visiting a country to see if you’d like to live there has little to do with vacationing there. You’ll want to stay in neighborhoods where you might live and do the sort of day-to-day things you’d do if you lived

The Expatsi Report | Q4 2022

Expatsi Report ·

The Expatsi Report | Q4 2022

Welcome to the third Expatsi Report and the final report of 2022! This quarterly report tracks why people want to leave the U.S., what they’re looking for, what they have to spend, and more. See the images or download a PDF, below. The latest report from Expatsi, which surveyed people thinking of leaving the country

10 Best Beaches in Panama (including two called Playa Blanca!)

Best Of Lists ·

10 Best Beaches in Panama (including two called Playa Blanca!)

by Jen Barnett Panama, located in Central America, is blessed with beautiful beaches. Its unusual isthmus shape mean that you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific and set over the Caribbean! Panama City is located on the Pacific coast, so those beaches tend to be more populated, while the sandy white Caribbean beaches

Intro to Renting, Buying, or Building a Home in Panama

Real Estate ·

Intro to Renting, Buying, or Building a Home in Panama

Panama has long been popular with Americans seeking to retire somewhere warm on the water. Because the U.S. owned and operated the Panama Canal for decades, many Americans have ties to the region. High-quality schools, healthcare, and infrastructures, especially in Panama City, are big draws, as well as the peaceful life you can find in

Guide to Getting Around Panama by Car, Plane, Train, Bus, or Taxi

Transportation ·

Guide to Getting Around Panama by Car, Plane, Train, Bus, or Taxi

by Jen Barnett If you’re thinking about moving to and getting around Panama, you may be curious about how people travel around cities or from town to town. For the most part, people are traveling by bus, both in-town and across the countryside. Otherwise, you can drive (road conditions vary, especially in rural areas), fly